Category: Heat Pump Pool Heater

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Heat Pump Refrigerants

Heat pump refrigerants have steadily evolved since 1987, when the Montreal Protocol set the objective of phasing out harmful refrigerants for the environment. All heat pump and air conditioning refrigerants have their pros and cons. Due to urgent action needed now to avoid catastrophic climate change, natural and man-made refrigerants with low GWP are becoming essential. This BLOG discusses man-made and natural refrigerants. The latter are gaining widespread support because of their environmental and performance benefits, which outweigh concerns about flammability (apart from CO2) that can be managed.

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Fix Green Pool Water

Fix green pool water because it is likely caused by algae, which is dangerous to your family and friends and will harm your pool equipment. Green pool water is a visual clue that your pool water may be contaminated depending on the specific cause. It reflects significant growth of micro-organisms in your pool water. Swimming pools have restricted water volume and continually pick up micro-organisms that have nowhere to go. If left untreated, they will proliferate and turn your pool water green. Apart from algae, these micro-organisms also include bacteria, fungi and germs.

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Heat Pump Pool Heater

Extend your swimming season by heating your pool sustainably. This is achieved naturally from direct sunlight and also from heating systems. Due to concerns of global warming and the rising cost of gas, solar systems and electric heat pumps powered by solar panels have become increasingly popular. The main advantage of heat pump pool heating over a solar system is that it doesn’t take up roof space that can be otherwise used for solar panels, which generate power for other household needs apart from pool heating.

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